(From Kyle Wagner, Fine Living Food and Drink, 10 Cool Cocktail Recipes. Drink credited to Julie Reiner of the Flatiron Lounge.)

The Slope (New York)

2 1/2 oz. Rittenhouse Rye Whiskey
3/4 oz. Punt y Mes (Red Vermouth)
1/4 oz. Marie Brizard Apry (Apricot Brandy)
2 dashes Angostura bitters
2 brandied cherries

Stir and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with cherries.